Rick Nash

Rick Nash is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player and the director of player development for the Columbus Blue Jackets of the NHL.

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Profession :

Hockey Player

Birthday :

June 16, 1984

Age :

40

Rick Nash, a retired Canadian professional ice hockey player, is currently the director of player development for the Columbus Blue Jackets in the NHL. Renowned for his exceptional skills as a forward, Nash showcased his powerful shot, strong skating ability, and outstanding playmaking skills throughout his career. He played for various teams, including the Columbus Blue Jackets, New York Rangers, and Boston Bruins, and represented Canada in numerous international competitions such as the Winter Olympics and World Championships. As the first overall pick in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft, Nash was named NHL Rookie of the Year in 2003 and scored over 400 career goals. During the 2012-13 NHL lockout, he briefly played in Switzerland, helping HC Davos win the Spengler Cup championship. Currently, Nash focuses on player development for the Columbus Blue Jackets.